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Cardiac Telemetry Nurse

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Cardiac Telemetry Nurse to join our dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. This position is essential in providing high-quality patient care in our Cardiac Telemetry unit.

Unit Details

• Location: Kansas City, MO
• Unit Name: 4 North Cardiac Telemetry
• Number of Beds: 29
• Patient Ratios: 1:4
• Staffing: Charge Nurse, Unit Secretary, and PCTs available
• Equipment:
  • Alaris IV Pumps
  • SCD machines
  • Hill Rom beds
  • Dinamap in each room
  • Welch Allen Vital Machines
  • Wound Vacs
  • Temporary Pacemakers
  • Telemetry monitors
  • EKG Machines
  • Bladder Scanners
  • Doppler devices
  • Imobile communication system
• Documentation System: Meditech

Scheduling Requirements

Full-time availability is required, including three weekend shifts per scheduling period. Floating to areas where competency has been demonstrated may occur.

Patient Care Expectations

The Cardiac Telemetry Nurse must align with patient experience goals by treating patients with dignity and respect. Responsibilities include:

• Using the patient’s preferred name
• Creating personal connections
• Involving patients in bedside shift reports
• Teaching patients about using communication devices
• Inquiring if there is anything else the patient needs before leaving the room

Qualifications

• Required Skills:
  • Experience in Cardiac Telemetry or PCU/ICU
  • Ability to read and interpret EKGs and telemetry strips
  • Post-cardiac procedural care (e.g., Ablations, cardiac catheterizations, Open Heart recovery, and Pacemaker placements)
  • Administering and titrating IV medications such as insulin, Cardizem, Cardene, and Amiodarone
• Certifications:
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • NIHSS

Dress Code

Navy blue scrubs are required, with the option to wear black scrub pants paired with a navy blue top.

Awards and Recognition

Our unit has been recognized with the AHA “Get With the Guidelines-Heart Failure GOLD PLUS with Honor Roll” award.

Work Environment

Join a team with a blend of tenured and new staff in a supportive, family-like atmosphere. Many contract professionals have transitioned into full-time roles following successful assignments.

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